Course Description:

The 50K distance starts at the Old Elementary School in the historic town of Foresthill. It then descends down the Cal loop to Rucky Chucky and continues along the Middle Fork of the American River on the Tevis Cup and Western States trails before crossing the river at Poverty Bar. The 50K continues on Quarry Rd then across No Hands Bridge, and finishing in Auburn at the American River Canyon Overlook Park (Auburn Dam Overlook).

Start Time:

The 50K start time is 8:00 am.

Shuttle:

Shuttles to the start-line at the old Foresthill Elementary School will leave Auburn/Overlook Park at 6:45am for the 50K race. Tickets for the shuttle are available with registration.

Course Map:

Elevation Profile

Aid Stations:

Crews are welcome to support runners. Due to aid station locations, some crew access requires foot travel from 1 to 2 miles. Crews are permitted at the following aid stations: Rucky Chucky (foot access only, 2 miles one way), No Hands Bridge and the finish at Auburn Overlook.

Aid Station Directions: Provided below are crew driving directions to aid stations from the start at the old Foresthill Elementary School. Mileage is approximate, your distance may vary. Some aid stations require hiking 1-2 miles along unpaved, rough roads, or trails. Access aid stations at your own risk.

No Hands BridgeDrive up Drivers Flat Rd – 0.4 milesLeft on Foresthill Rd – 4.5 milesLeft on Old Auburn Foresthill Rd – 3.2 milesLeft on CA-49 – 3.4 miles- Park along west side of CA 49 after crossing bridge- Hike on dirt road to No Hands Bridge approximately 0.1 miles